Overview of PortionScale
PortionScale is a free Android utility that helps you change ingredient amounts to match the number of servings you want. It’s designed to take the guesswork out of resizing a recipe, so measurements and proportions remain accurate when you cook for a different-sized group. The app speeds up math-heavy adjustments and can reduce waste and last-minute improvisation in the kitchen.
How it works
Enter the recipe’s original ingredient amounts and the number of servings the recipe makes, then tell the app how many portions you need. PortionScale recalculates each ingredient automatically, giving you new quantities to use without manual conversion. The simple input process makes quick meal prep and last-minute scaling straightforward.
Who benefits most
- Home cooks who change portion sizes often and want consistent results.
- People planning dinners for gatherings or meal-prepping for several days.
- Anyone who prefers precise measurements over estimating by eye.
Notable advantages
- Fast recalculation of ingredient quantities for any target serving size.
- Reduces measurement errors and helps preserve recipe balance.
- Lightweight and easy to navigate on Android devices.
A recommended alternative
If you’re looking for another free mobile option, consider Mobile Print — Wireless Scanner & Printer (Free), an app that includes a printing and scanning workflow and can be handy if you like to print adjusted recipes or scan handwritten ones. It pairs recipe resizing with basic document handling so you can keep a printed copy of the scaled ingredients or archive scanned notes.
Practical tips
- Double-check uncommon ingredient measurements (e.g., spices or leaveners) after scaling — tiny amounts may need rounding adjustments.
- Save frequently used serving-size presets to speed up future conversions.
- When cooking for very large groups, scale in stages and taste as you go to maintain intended flavors.
Technical
- Android
- Free